Mother & Daughter — In Conversation

Join Mae and her daughter for an intimate conversation exploring their journey of building a farm rooted in care, resilience, and resistance in South Lebanon.

Drawing from their lived experience at Beit Ballout, this discussion reflects on what it means to cultivate land amidst uncertainty, preserve cultural heritage through farming, and embrace a slower way of living in a world that often demands speed. Together, they will share personal stories of family, food, community, and the enduring relationship between people and place.

This conversation invites audiences to reflect on the meaning of "slow"—not simply as a pace, but as a practice of intention, presence, and steadfastness. Through the lens of farming, motherhood, and everyday life, Mae and her daughter offer a perspective on resilience that is deeply connected to the land and the communities that sustain it.

Whether you are interested in agriculture, food culture, sustainability, or stories of human connection, this evening offers a rare opportunity to hear firsthand about life at Beit Ballout and the values that continue to shape it.